Assistant Director of School Based Prog Elementary School Divi
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on2800, Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, Richmond County, New York, 10314, United States
About United Activities Unlimited
United Activities Unlimited, Inc. (UAU) is a community-based agency based in Staten Island, NY, dedicated to inspiring, transforming, and empowering individuals of all ages. We provide a wide range of inclusive services, from job placement and youth development programs to community outreach. UAU is responsive to the needs of diverse populations, implementing programs that support positive outcomes for individuals and families. Our comprehensive approach and emphasis on holistic services make us a pillar of support for the communities we serve.
About the Role
The Assistant Director of School-Based Programs serves as a mission-driven leader within the COMPASS department, overseeing daily operations, program quality, compliance, and staff supervision for multiple Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) after-school program sites. This role is critical in ensuring that all sites provide safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate programming for grades K-8, strictly aligned with DYCD standards, Department of Health (DOH) School-Age Child Care (SACC) regulations, and organizational goals.
In this position, you will partner with the Program Director and frontline staff to maintain strong relationships with schools, families, and community stakeholders. The day-to-day involves traveling to multiple worksite locations to monitor operations, assist in recruiting and retaining participants, and coordinating personnel training. You will act as a bridge between organizational strategy and on-the-ground execution, ensuring that every site fosters a positive, culturally responsive, and youth-centered environment.
Hiring Process
Candidates interested in joining our team should submit their application through our official channels. The selection process typically includes a review of qualifications, followed by interviews with the Director of School-Based Programs and the Director of Operations to assess leadership fit and operational knowledge.
Equal Opportunity Employer
United Activities Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
2800, Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, Richmond County, New York, 10314, United States
New York, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSupervise and support multiple DYCD funded COMPASS program sites to ensure high-quality programming
- check_circleMonitor daily operations including attendance, safety procedures, meal service, and activity implementation
- check_circleConduct regular site visits to assess program quality, staff performance, and regulatory compliance
- check_circleEnsure all sites maintain accurate documentation for attendance, incidents, medical records, and enrollment
- check_circleOversee compliance with DYCD contractual requirements and DOH School-Age Child Care regulations
- check_circleDirectly supervise Site Directors and front-line staff through observations, evaluations, and coaching
- check_circleSupport recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and retention of program staff across multiple locations
- check_circleBuild relationships with students, families, school administration, and community stakeholders
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Youth Development, Public Administration, or related field
- verifiedMaster's degree preferred
- verified3–5 years experience in youth development, after-school programming, or school-age child care
- verified2 years supervisory experience overseeing multiple program sites
- verifiedKnowledge of DYCD COMPASS standards, NYC DOH Article 47 SACC regulations, and DOE compliance
- verifiedExperience with licensing inspections, compliance monitoring, audits, and corrective action planning
- verifiedProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, online reporting systems, and data management platforms
- verifiedCPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain
Nice to Have
Master's degree in Education, Social Work, Youth Development, Public Administration, or a related field. CPR/First Aid certification.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleTravel reimbursement for frequent site visits in accordance with UAU's fiscal policies
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Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Cpr/first Aid Certification, Mandated Reporter Training, Behavior Management, De-Escalation Training, Data Management, Compliance Monitoring, Licensing Inspections, Audit Requirements, Corrective Action Planning.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Youth Development, Public Administration, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
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What does a Assistant Director of School Based Prog Elementary School Divi at United Activities Unlimited, Inc. do?expand_more
A Assistant Director of School Based Prog Elementary School Divi at United Activities Unlimited, Inc. is responsible for the following: Supervise and support multiple DYCD funded COMPASS program sites to ensure high-quality programming; Monitor daily operations including attendance, safety procedures, meal service, and activity implementation; Conduct regular site visits to assess program quality, staff performance, and regulatory compliance; and Ensure all sites maintain accurate documentation for attendance, incidents, medical records, and enrollment.
What are the requirements for this Assistant Director of School Based Prog Elementary School Divi role?expand_more
To qualify for the Assistant Director of School Based Prog Elementary School Divi at United Activities Unlimited, Inc. position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Youth Development, Public Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred; 3–5 years experience in youth development, after-school programming, or school-age child care; 2 years supervisory experience overseeing multiple program sites; Knowledge of DYCD COMPASS standards, NYC DOH Article 47 SACC regulations, and DOE compliance; and Experience with licensing inspections, compliance monitoring, audits, and corrective action planning.
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Assistant Director of School Based Prog Elementary School Divi at United Activities Unlimited, Inc. is based in 2800, Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, Richmond County, New York, 10314, United States. This is a on-site role.
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United Activities Unlimited, Inc. has listed this Assistant Director of School Based Prog Elementary School Divi role as on-site.
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Assistant Director of School Based Prog Elementary School Divi at United Activities Unlimited, Inc. typically requires 3–5 years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Assistant Director of School Based Prog Elementary School Divi at United Activities Unlimited, Inc. include Microsoft Office Suite; Cpr/first Aid Certification; Mandated Reporter Training; Behavior Management; De-Escalation Training; Data Management; Compliance Monitoring; and Licensing Inspections.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Youth Development, Public Administration, or related field required; and Master's degree preferred.
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About United Activities Unlimited, Inc.
United Activities Unlimited, Inc. is a non-profit organization headquartered in New York that delivers comprehensive social services, educational supports, and workforce development training. Established in 1977 through a community initiative by concerned citizens, the agency emerged to address the lack of positive alternatives for youth following the financial crisis that closed many Board of Education centers. The organization focuses on inspiring, transforming, and empowering individuals across all age groups through counseling, enrichment activities, and prevention services.
Over the decades, the entity has expanded from a single recreation center into a borough-wide network designed to meet evolving community needs. Today, it operates 23 centers located within public school buildings throughout Staten Island. These facilities offer quality programming and summer camps, ensuring that local youth have constructive options for their free time. The organization maintains a workforce training center alongside its recreational programs, reflecting a commitment to practical skill-building and community stability.
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